The Fairmont Monte Carlo is smack bang on the famous hairpin curve of the Monte-Carlo Grand Prix. It’s one of those properties that proudly and fiercely holds its own. Even though it may not be as visually “grand” as others, categorically you will not find a hotel better located than the Fairmont.

Flemings Mayfair is not only one of the oldest hotels in London, with a history dating back to 1851, but it is also one of the city’s rare privately owned hotels with it being in the same family for over 40 years now. The building itself is even older - actually buildings, plural. The hotel is made up of 13 Georgian Townhouses circa 1731 and lest you think the hotel must be stuffy and traditional, it’s not.

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Shangtasia Luxury Art Rooms, the brain child of famous (and rather risqué!) artist Philippe Shangti who has the most genius creative talent mixed with a savvy commercial head.

Johannesburg, for all of her concrete jungle hustle and bustle, still has a few secrets up her sleeve. We were all but clueless that a tranquil haven like Fairlawns Hotel existed smack bang in the middle of the city.

Imagined from the mind of Beirut-born Rami Fustok, a businessman and entrepreneur, The Mandrake is an eclectic, artsy hotel full of dark whimsy and a fashionable crowd with a guest list that includes plenty of recognisable names.